Gajipur - Bhograi, Balasore
Gajipur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Hunguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajipur is 391772. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gajipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajipur
As per Census 2011, Gajipur village has a total population of 1,715 people, consisting of 898 males and 817 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,361 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,715 | 898 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 96 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 754 | 607 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 144 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Gajipur
Gajipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gajipur
Gajipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Gajipur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Gajipur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gajipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gajipur
Where is Gajipur located?
Gajipur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajipur is Hunguli.
What is the pincode of Gajipur?
The pincode of Gajipur is 756085.
What is the population of Gajipur?
Gajipur has a total population of 1,715, including 898 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Gajipur?
There are 413 households in Gajipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gajipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajipur is 79.36%. Male literacy is 83.96% and female literacy is 74.30%.